ElGusto
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There seem to be a lot of questions about LED Retrofits/Upgrades in this Discussion. Has anyone thought of putting up a sticky thread discussing some of the common issues that keep coming up.
Dimmable LED lamps may seem like a budget friendly alternative, but bring with them a host of issues in their application.
Currently (2015) Store bought Dimmable LED lamps are not going to play well with dimmers. Dimming Curves are less curved and will a have steep drop offs at the low end (0-30%).
I am sure I missing a ton of other reasons, but it feel like this is an issue that is going to keep coming up more and more.
That said, LED retrofits are not necessarily a bad idea, just one that is more costly and complicated than it seems at first glance.
Dimmable LED lamps may seem like a budget friendly alternative, but bring with them a host of issues in their application.
Currently (2015) Store bought Dimmable LED lamps are not going to play well with dimmers. Dimming Curves are less curved and will a have steep drop offs at the low end (0-30%).
- Dimmable LED lamps are also prone to ventilation issues.
- There's a whole mess of CRI vs. Color Temperature issues that should be thought of before undertaking a retrofit.
- LEDs and Gel. A match made in purgatory.
I am sure I missing a ton of other reasons, but it feel like this is an issue that is going to keep coming up more and more.
That said, LED retrofits are not necessarily a bad idea, just one that is more costly and complicated than it seems at first glance.